The Focused View: Empowering Eye Care Professionals

2025 Holiday Episode: Eye Care Community Voice

Opticare Season 2

As we close out another year on The Focused View, we wanted to pause the usual format and do something truly special.


In this special holiday episode, we bring together one standout piece of advice from some of our past guests. You'll also hear their personal messages to the eye care community, reflections, encouragement, and what they hope we carry with us into the new year. 


Think of this episode as a collective deep breath. A moment to reflect on the challenges we've faced, the growth we've experienced, and the future we're building together. 



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Key Topics with Timestamps:


1:01 - Kelly's advice on mental health, work-life pressure, and early intervention

2:31 - Bethany on emotional intelligence, leadership & continuous growth

3:37 - Skye's advice on the future opportunities in the eye care industry

4:12 - Belina's reflection on independent optometry growth

5:45 - Amanda's update on the industry changes and support to young optometrists

6:30 - Todd's update on the mivision digital

8:30 - Fatin's reflection on the importance of real human connection in a high-tech world

10:30 - Kayla on what to look out for in the eye care industry in 2026

12:55 - Erich's encouragement for growth, confidence, and long-term vision

13:56 - Louise and Teiger's gratitude to the eye care community



Episode Suggestions: 

EP24: Kelly O' Brien on Managing an Independent Optical Practice in a Rural Setting: Challenges, Partnership, Growth, and Making a Difference in the Community

EP21: The Essentials of Emotional Intelligence in Leadership with Dr Bethany Fishbein

EP20: Vision 2040: Shaping the Future of Optometry with Skye Cappuccio, CEO of Optometry Australia



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